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A nurse is gathering data from the parents of  a 1-month-old infant. Which data indicate that the infant may have a cardiac defect? 

An older adult becomes suddenly disoriented and agitated after surgery. The finding that most supports the nurse’s suspicion of acute confusion is ____________________________.

An adolescent presents to the emergency department with complaints of dark, tea-colored urine, facial edema, decreased urine output, and headaches. Which condition should the nurse suspect based on these findings?

The parent of a preschooler asks the nurse about the child’s understanding of the concept of time. Which of the following should be explained to the parents regarding concept of time in preshoolers?

A nurse is assessing a child with sickle cell anemia during a vaso-occlusive crisis. Which of the following findings would the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)

A mother is concerned that her 8-year-old child had three cavities during the last dental examination. The child eats a nutritional diet, doesn’t eat junk food, and the town water supply is fluoridated. What should the nurse suggest to the mother regarding the child’s dental health?

Blepharitis is inflammation of the:

A nurse is developing a community education program about global childhood nutrition. Which vitamin deficiency should the nurse explain is the leading cause of preventable blindness in children worldwide?

A 7-year-old child with diabetes insipidus has been admitted due to dehydration. The child’s weight is 48.4 pounds. BP = 90/50; HR = 130; RR = 24; Temp = 99.5 F; O2 Sat = 98% on Room Air; Pain = 0/10 (FLACC). The nurse administered a Normal Saline Bolus x 1. The nurse anticipates that the healthcare provider will order maintenance IV fluid at what rate (mL/hr)? (Round to the nearest whole number; enter number only)  

The parents of a 10-year-old child recently diagnosed with asthma ask if the child can continue to play sports. Which response is most appropriate?